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Choosing Policy: Action for Lasting Change
Sarah Kile knows that policies last longer than programs when it comes to improving health. As the health educator and grant writer for the Central Michigan District Health Department, she’s helped efforts to allow local pharmacies and hospitals to take unneeded prescription pills – a legislative change that will aid the community for years to...
CHR&R and MATCH Co-Produce Advancing Racial Equity Webinar Series
Centuries of structural racism, reflected in local, state and national policy, have resulted in stark differences in health outcomes by race. As a result, many communities are segregated from opportunities, and inequities are entrenched.
CHR&R data remain available in uncertain times
In these uncertain times, County Health Rankings & Roadmaps remains committed to making its data available to the public health community and the public at large on over 80 measures of health.
CHR&R seeks talented individuals to serve in new Deputy Director positions
We are looking for two talented individuals to join the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps (CHR&R) program leadership team at the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute. The Deputy Director of Data and Science (PVL # 85411) and the Deputy Director of Community Transformation (PVL #85410) are new positions created in response to the upcoming retirement of CHR&R Co-...
CHR&R State Partners Address Inequities During the Pandemic
Each year, County Health Rankings & Roadmaps offers funding awards to state partners to address health and equity. When the pandemic hit in 2020, many state partners recognized the need to prioritize the inequities it exacerbated, and leverage their awards in unique ways.
City vs. Country: Who is Healthier?
For many urban dwellers, the country conjures up images of clean air, fresh food and physical activities. But these days, Americans residing in major cities live longer, healthier lives overall than their country cousins—a reversal from decades past.
Come see us at APHA
If you’re heading to New Orleans for the American Public Health Association’s Annual Meeting November 15-19, make sure to stop by the Expo to say hi (Booth 1239) and attend our presentations. We’ll be holding talks about the following topics:
Monday, November 17 ...
Come See Us at APHA’s Annual Meeting
If you’re going to the American Public Health Association’s Annual Meeting Oct. 31- Nov. 4 be sure to visit us at Booth 1317 and attend our presentations:
Sunday, Nov. 1:An Examination of Contributors to Health in...